Many Floridians rely on ridesharing services for short-distance transportation due to their reasonable cost, reliability, and on-demand availability through the mobile app. Claiming a 29 percent market share in the US, Lyft is one of the most well-known brands in this sector. Over two million drivers serve the ridesharing needs of more than 23 million users, and industry experts expect that these numbers will continue to rise. However, despite their popularity, ride-hailing apps are no safer than other forms of transportation. Lyft accidents can occur anytime motorists fail to exercise reasonable care behind the wheel.
Fortunately, Florida law provides you with rights if you were injured in a Lyft collision. Our team at Payer Law is dedicated to enforcing them by pursuing all available options for recovering compensation. We have extensive experience fighting for injured victims, whether we are dealing with an insurance company or advocating on your behalf in court. Please contact our office to schedule a free case assessment with an Lyft accident attorney who can provide details. Some general information may also be useful.
How Lyft Crash Claims Work
Negligence is the reason that most auto collisions occur, and the same is true for accidents involving ridesharing. However, the laws covering these transportation network companies (TNCs) apply differently than collisions with private motorists. Florida requires Lyft to provide up to $1 million in liability coverage to protect victims who are hurt in crashes. The policy kicks in whenever the TNC driver is logged into the Lyft app, whether transporting a passenger, enroute for a pickup, or searching for customers. Therefore, you may be covered:
- When riding as a passenger in a Lyft;
- As the occupant of another vehicle struck by a Lyft driver; or
- If you are hurt while walking or bicycling.
Your Legal Remedies as the Victim of a TNC Accident
The presence of Lyft’s $1 million liability policy means that your first step in the legal process is filing an insurance claim. In doing so, you open the door to settlement negotiations, so it may be possible to resolve your claim by agreement. If the insurer refuses to pay fair compensation, it will be necessary to initiate litigation in court.
At Payer Law, our Orlando Lyft accident lawyers will advocate on your behalf throughout the legal process to ensure you receive reasonable monetary damages. Compensation in ridesharing collisions generally falls into two categories:
- Economic damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and out-of-pocket costs; and,
- Noneconomic damages, which are subjective and are difficult to quantify in terms of dollar value. Losses in this category include pain and suffering, emotional anguish, and many others.
Call Now to Speak to an Orlando Lyft Accident Attorney
This overview may be helpful in describing the basic legal concepts, but you need solid legal representation in a real-life collision. For more information on crashes involving ridesharing services, please contact the Orlando, FL office of Payer Law at 407-307-2979 or via our website. We can set up a no-cost consultation with an Orlando Lyft accident lawyer who will advise you on the legal process.
